Tottenham fans are also angry at Chairman Daniel Levy's decision toward Son Heung-min, the captain and ace.
Football media One Football said on the 14th (Korea Standard Time) "Both fans and experts were really surprised that Tottenham handled Son Heung-min's contract." Tottenham's decision leaves questions about the club's strategic vision and the commitment of Son Heung-min, one of its most beloved players.
"We cannot deny Son Heung-min's contribution to scoring 123 goals in 311 English Premier League matches. Outside the stadium, he was loved by fans for his humble attitude and professional appearance, and in many ways made Son Heung-min the face of the club. Son Heung-min played on the starting list in Tottenham's 2018-2019 European Champions League final and is the only player remaining on the list for Tottenham. All the other players left and Son has strengthened his status as a symbol of Tottenham's identity by maintaining his loyalty."
One Football criticized Tottenham, which decided to issue a one-year extension clause to Son Heung-min without even negotiating a contract renewal. "For a talented player like Son Heung-min, this lack of commitment is surprising. Especially at a time when Tottenham are struggling with five defeats out of their first 11 EPL matches this season."
Tottenham fans are also angry and frustrated. One Football assessed that Tottenham fans' feelings toward Tottenham chairman Daniel Levy are getting worse due to the incident.
The media reported "Chairman Levy's cautious approach to contract renewal has often led to disagreements. This time is no exception. For many fans, Son's situation is creating more frustration with Levy's leadership. Chairman Levi's position could further alienate fans who have already been discouraged by Tottenham's recent performance and lack of a championship trophy.
With the exception of Son Heung-min, there are not many players who can play as the main players in Tottenham's winning team. Except for Christian Romero and Mickey van der Penn. In particular, the reality is that there are no higher-class players than Son Heung-min in the offense. However, Tottenham is showing the behavior of sparing Son Heung-min.
One Football emphasized how important players like Son Heung-min are to the team in this crisis. The media said, `Giving Son a free agent status at the end of next season could be seen as a dangerous move. Age may influence the decision, but Son's current performance and marketability suggest he can give more."
"For Tottenham fans, Son Heung-min is more than just a player. He embodies the spirit, resilience and identity of the club. It feels like a mistake to see Spurs balk at securing a captain in the long run. This is especially true when rebuilding under the new coach."Now is the time to give Son a boost."
It was the same from a football point of view. "Son Heung-min is still important. His ability to score, create and set an example makes Son irreplaceable. For a team struggling to maintain consistency, maintaining such a player is a top priority, he said.
Finally, he stressed that Tottenham fans will also feel greatly disappointed by the club's move. OneFootball added: "Tottenham's decision to activate a one-year extension of his contract with Son may seem reasonable at the moment, but it sends mixed signals about their long-term ambitions. Fans will be watching the situation closely, hoping the club's strategy will keep Tottenham competitive and Son's loyalty will be rewarded with the respect he deserves," he added.
This voice does not come out only in One Football. "Son Heung-min was one of Tottenham's best players along with Harry Kane in recent years," former Tottenham scout Brian King said in the Tottenham news on the 13th. If Tottenham don't think it's worth signing Son Heung-min for a two-year contract, the leadership should look back on itself,' he said, criticizing the club's decision.
King went on to say, `It would be foolish for Tottenham to give Son a chance to leave the club and join the Saudi Arabian professional league. Just having Son Heung-min at Tottenham is a great help to young players backstage. He said, "He is a player who tells young players how important their efforts and passion are." He insisted that Tottenham should consider renewing his contract with Son Heung-min.
Son Heung-min is an important player inside the stadium, but he also plays a huge role outside the stadium. When Enze Postecoglou visited Tottenham last summer, he said, "We became a young team. There are many young players. In order for players to grow and the team to develop stably, a senior role is essential. Ben Davies and Son Heung-min could play an important role now. I can take on the role of a leader who can be a model for young players`I hope Son Heung-min will be the center of the team as a leader off the field as well.
At that time, Coach Postecoglou asked Son Heung-min about renewing his contract, saying, `In fact, I can't decide on my own whether to renew the contract. Talks will come and go at the right time for the club," he said as if the club would of course negotiate with Son Heung-min to renew his contract. But the reality was the opposite.
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